Title Talent Acquisition Specialist Location Pune Wanawadi Key Deliverables for the position are as follows A Recruitment Strategy Execution Design and implement recruitment strategies aligned to organisational goals and program cycles Drive end-to-end hiring for program roles e g fellows trainers field officers interns and central office staff Manage job postings outreach campaigns campus institution partnerships and candidate pipelines Use innovative sourcing techniques including social media referrals and sectoral networks B Talent Partnerships Outreach Build and maintain partnerships with universities fellowships talent incubators and other sources of mission-aligned candidates Represent the organization at career fairs webinars and recruitment events Build and maintain a talent brand that reflects organisation s values and culture C Selection Assessment Design and execute fair and inclusive selection processes screening assessments interviews reference checks Coordinate with hiring managers and program teams to ensure clarity of role requirements and fit Create assessment tools and role-specific evaluation rubrics D Onboarding Transition Oversee pre-joining documentation onboarding planning and smooth integration of new hires Ensure warm timely and informative touchpoints throughout the candidate journey Track early performance and feedback to improve quality of hire E People Operations Support Maintain an updated and well-organised recruitment tracker and HR database Collaborate with HR admin to ensure offer letters contracts and compliance Support in documenting and updating policies related to hiring and people practices PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE Education Bachelor s or master s in human resources Psychology Management Business Administration or a related field Work Experience At least 5 years of relevant HR experience recruitment talent acquisition preferably with a mix of corporate and social sector exposure Travel Requirement Willingness to travel extensively across locations is essential for this role Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders Prior experience with campus hiring and large-volume recruitment is an advantage Proficiency in recruitment platforms and tools HRIS ATS Google Workspace and outreach channels Process-driven highly organised and able to manage multiple open roles simultaneously Passion for social impact and comfort working in a growing mission-driven field-oriented organisation PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Work with responsibility and dedication always putting students first Act with honesty and empathy to build trust and make an impact Stay committed disciplined to making quality education accessible for all children Solve problems with a positive and practical mindset Think creatively to improve the program s success Keep a positive attitude and inspire others to work with passion LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Proficiency in English Hindi and the local language is essential Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay Up to 800 000 00 per year Perks Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund Work Location In person

📌 Talent Acquisition Specialist (Maharashtra)
🏢 Hiring GURU
📍 Maharashtra